• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Skip to footer
Sula and Spice
  • Recipes
  • Tips and Tricks
  • About Sula
  • Privacy Policy
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Recipes
  • Tips and Tricks
  • About Sula
  • Privacy Policy
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Cocktails & Drinks » Coconut Pineapple Margarita

    Coconut Pineapple Margarita

    Published: Aug 25, 2021 · Modified: Apr 14, 2022 by Sula · This post may contain affiliate links · 24 Comments

    Jump to Recipe Jump to Video

    It’s Margarita time!!!

    I’ve been hitting some blogging milestones lately, so I decided it was time for a little celebration. And it’s become a bit of a tradition here at Sula and Spice to post an adult beverage for these celebratory posts.

    Today’s beverage is a little bit like two in one: Pina Colada meets Margarita. Both are exceptionally good, and always make me think of a tropical vacation.

    I couldn’t decide between them, so I combined the flavors and made a Coconut Pineapple Margarita. Some might call it a Pina Rita. 😀

    It’s sweet, tropical and altogether wonderful to drink – you want to try this one!

    2 coconut pineapple margaritas garnished with a rim of toasted coconut. lime wedges and a whole fresh pineapple surround the area.

    Why I love this recipe

    Do you like Pina Coladas? Margaritas? If both answers are yes, you will LOVE this drink. It combines the best of these to make a truly delightful cocktail. It mixes up in minutes and gives a sweet and smooth taste sensation in every sip.

    The coconut flavor predominates but is balanced with pineapple and lime to keep all the taste buds happy. The beverage is light and refreshing, yet completely satisfying.

    It’s a perfect drink to enjoy on a warm summer day – or any day you want to feel like you are in the tropics!

    And actually, it has slightly less liquor than a traditional margarita, since only tequila is used and no triple sec. So you can totally justify having another if you’d like. 😀

    Ingredients

    ingredients: tequila, pineapple juice, cream of coconut and lime juice

    Tequila note: I used 1800 Coconut tequila for this drink. I wanted the maximum coconut flavor, and the tequila helped deliver!

    However, if you don't want to buy a special flavor-infused tequila, I do understand. Once I had the recipe figured out, I made a coconut pineapple margarita again using a regular silver tequila. That was also an excellent drink.

    So if you would rather use the tequila you already have, go for it. I've done lots of taste testing (you're welcome!!) and feel confident that you'll love this cocktail either way.

    🍹How to make a coconut pineapple margarita

    Cocktails are easy, and this one is no exception. Just add all the ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice and shake vigorously.

    Strain into your favorite ice-filled glass (or rim it first with toasted coconut if you’d like) and garnish as desired before serving.

    pin for Coconut Pineapple Margarita

    FAQs

    What glass should I use?

    Any glass works – martini, margarita, rocks… It really doesn’t matter as long as you have enough room for ice plus the beverage. The glasses I used are 12 ounce whiskey glasses.

    What kind of sweetener does this recipe use?

    A typical Margarita uses simple syrup, but that is not necessary in this recipe. The pineapple juice and cream of coconut both add a natural sweetness that you may consider to be “the sugar” for the drink, and the lime juice also adds some additional tartness and flavor.

    I don’t like tequila. Can I substitute something else?

    Other liquors could be substituted for the tequila in this recipe – but of course then it wouldn't be a margarita! Try a citrusy vodka or perhaps use some gin. Alternately, you could use a combination of juices and flavorings to create a similar taste without actually using liquor. And of course, you can stick with rum and just make it a Pina Colada.

    Why should I garnish my glass with toasted coconut before serving it?

    Garnishing the drink is a fun way to add some flare and make your cocktail or mocktail more appealing. Toasted coconut looks cool, tastes great, adds texture and also provides a bit of extra sweetness without adding any real sugar.

    Can I use coconut milk instead of cream of coconut?

    Yes you can. Just substitute the cream of coconut for coconut milk. However, I find that coconut milk doesn't always incorporate as well, and will tend to form little clumps in your drink. The taste is good, but the appearance is less desirable to me. A blender would probably help with this, but I wanted to keep this simpler than that by sticking with a cocktail shaker.

    top down view of drinks with squeezed limes and pineapple slices around

    Here are a few more cocktails to refresh you this summer

    • Pink Senorita
    • Pineapple Kiss
    • Bacardi Mojito
    • Keto Margarita
    • Pink Gin & Tonic
    • Pink Gin & Lemonade
    coconut pineapple margarita in a rocks glass garnished with a rim of toasted coconut and a spear of pineapple and lime
    5 from 82 votes
    Print Pin it!
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Coconut Pineapple Margarita

    Pina Colada meets Margarita! This drink is a pure tropical delight!
    Prep Time3 mins
    Cook Time0 mins
    Total Time3 mins
    Course: Drinks
    Cuisine: American
    Servings: 1
    Calories: 412kcal
    Author: Sula

    Ingredients

    • 2 ounces tequila 1800 Coconut or silver
    • 2 ounces pineapple juice
    • 2 ounces cream of coconut
    • ¾ ounce lime juice fresh squeezed

    Instructions

    • Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker with ice.
    • Shake vigorously for 30-60 seconds.
    • Strain into ice-filled glass of choice.

    Video

    Notes

    To garnish, wet rim of glass and dip in toasted coconut before filling with ice and drink. You can also garnish with slices of lime and/or pineapple for extra fun 🙂

    Nutrition

    Calories: 412kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 30mg | Potassium: 100mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 44g | Vitamin A: 13IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

    This margarita is now a web story!

    « Instant Pot Air Fryer Chicken Wings
    Arugula Avocado Salad »

    Filed Under: Cocktails & Drinks

    Reader Interactions

    Comments

    1. stephanie

      March 19, 2023 at 6:26 pm

      5 stars
      OH MY GOODNESS! This might be the most delicious cocktail I've ever tasted. Pineapple and coconut are my favorite flavors in the whole world, so this isn't very surprising, but one of these definitely was not enough! (3 may not have been, but I had to work in the morning!)

      Reply
      • Sula

        March 19, 2023 at 10:04 pm

        Oops, yes, they can be a little dangerous that way. So delicious, one is rarely enough!

        Reply
    2. Ned

      March 19, 2023 at 5:25 pm

      5 stars
      My wife enjoyed making these for a girls night! Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Sula

        March 19, 2023 at 10:03 pm

        It's a perfect girls night drink!

        Reply
    3. Sara Welch

      March 19, 2023 at 5:06 pm

      5 stars
      This was such a cool and refreshing cocktail with the right amount of kick! Combined my two favorite drinks; easily, a new favorite!

      Reply
      • Sula

        March 19, 2023 at 10:06 pm

        A definite favorite here, too. Cheers!

        Reply
    4. Tara

      March 19, 2023 at 4:00 pm

      5 stars
      Congratulations on the blogging milestones! This margarita sounds fantastic. Such a wonderful combination of flavors.

      Reply
      • Sula

        March 19, 2023 at 10:02 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Dana Sandonato

      March 19, 2023 at 3:49 pm

      5 stars
      Love this spin on a margarita!! The coconut cream just brings it to a whole new level.

      Reply
      • Sula

        March 19, 2023 at 10:02 pm

        The coconut cream really makes it for me!

        Reply
    6. Natalie Marie

      March 19, 2023 at 2:36 pm

      5 stars
      The coconut rim is SO cute. Plus pineapple, lime, and coconut in one drink? So up my alley! Can't wait to make!

      Reply
      • Sula

        March 19, 2023 at 10:02 pm

        I hope you try it soon!

        Reply
    7. Red

      January 31, 2022 at 11:51 am

      Can you make a recipe for 6 glasses? Having a small get together and I am not good on math lol! This sounds so yummy

      Reply
      • Sula

        January 31, 2022 at 2:18 pm

        Sure! Its pretty easy since the first 3 ingredients need 2 ounces each. Multiply by 6 to get 12 ounces. That is the same as 1 and 1/2 cups each of tequila, pineapple juice and cream of coconut.
        The lime juice calculates to 4.5 ounces. 4 ounces is 1/2 a cup. So I would try adding that amount and then adjusting with another squeeze of lime juice as needed.
        Sounds like a fun get-together! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Mihaela | https://theworldisanoyster.com/

      September 07, 2021 at 3:17 am

      5 stars
      Congrats on your blogging success, and thanks for a beautiful celebratory recipe! Cheers!:)

      Reply
      • Sula

        September 08, 2021 at 7:45 am

        Cheers to you as well!

        Reply
    9. Kayla DiMaggio

      September 06, 2021 at 3:32 pm

      5 stars
      This coconut pineapple margarita is so delicious! I love all the summer flavors!

      Reply
      • Sula

        September 06, 2021 at 5:02 pm

        It makes me feel like I'm on vacation!

        Reply
    10. Emily Flint

      August 30, 2021 at 10:12 am

      5 stars
      This is like summer in a glass!! Such a delicious cocktail to end the summer season.

      Reply
      • Sula

        August 30, 2021 at 10:48 am

        It really is super delicious!

        Reply
    11. Kayla DiMaggio

      August 30, 2021 at 10:00 am

      5 stars
      This a vacation in a drink! So delicious!

      Reply
      • Sula

        August 30, 2021 at 10:48 am

        Yes I feel like I'm on a tropical island with every sip!

        Reply
    12. Jerika

      August 30, 2021 at 8:17 am

      5 stars
      First off congrats on your blogging milestones.:) Thank you for sharing this cool combination of pina colada and margarita.:)

      Reply
      • Sula

        August 30, 2021 at 10:48 am

        Thank you, and you're welcome!

        Reply

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    Sula and Spice is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites. More information on affiliate links can be found here

    Recent Posts

    • Easy French Toast Waffles
    • Easy Instant Pot Vegetable Beef Soup
    • Balsamic Rosemary Chicken Breast: Pan Fried
    • Easy Matcha Waffles
    • Matcha Pancakes

    Archives

    Subscribe to blog updates

    Enter your email address to subscribe to this blog and receive periodic emails with updates.

    Please wait...

    Thank you for subscribing!

    Welcome!

    Sula

    Welcome, I am so glad you are here! I once told someone that my favorite reading materials were cookbooks and menus. He didn’t understand. But since you are here, I’ll bet you get it…. at least a little, right?

    Footer

    About Sula and Spice

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest

    Welcome, I am so glad you are here!

    I once told someone that my favorite reading materials were cookbooks and menus. He didn’t understand. But since you are here, I’ll bet you get it…. at least a little, right?

    My Favorites

    waffle iron french toast on a plate ready to eat.
    bowl of vegetable beef soup.
    sliced chicken breast coated in balsamic rosemary glaze.

    Copyright © 2023 · Sula and Spice